South Shore

The Program

Under the Direction of Soccer Nova Scotia’s Technical Department, Regional Training Centers have been established in seven centers across the province. The aim of these programs is to develop both players and coaches at the regional level.  The Regional Training Center Program also provides consistent development for selected U10,U11 & U12 players, with an aim of transferring its beneficial effects to clubs, districts and provincial teams. The program also aids in the identification and selection process of players for the Under 13 Soccer Nova Scotia Provincial Team.

Duration & Structure of Program

U10 Program
U10 players train once a week in addition to the SSDSA Academy program.  The program is designed to advance and supplement the U10 SSDSA Academy League play and training. Selection for U10 aged players will be done on the basis of their comfort with the training and ability to progress to more advanced techniques. If numbers permit, we will run an advanced and an intermediate training group.  U10 selection is very inclusive.  Every effort will be made to be sensitive to the age of the players.

U12 Program
U12 players train twice a week and have matches and events scheduled at intervals throughout the week.  Selection for U11 and U12 aged players will be done on the basis of their ability, comfort with the training and ability to progress to more advanced techniques. If numbers permit, we will run separate U11 and U12 training groups.  Every effort will be made to be sensitive to the age of the players.

The RTC schedule is developed to include matches with other regions of the province.

Goalkeeper Program
The RTC provides specialized goalkeeper training for both the U10 and U12 age groups.  Positional coaching is provided during the sessions and there is an additional goalkeeper session offered weekly on Thursdays.  This has proven to be a great way to learn the position and develop young goalkeepers.

U10 RTC Fees are $135 per player
Fees can be paid in one instalment prior to the first session or with two $67.50 payments.  One Nov.2 ; the other Jan.4.  Checks should be made payable to SSDSA.

U12 RTC Fees are $300 per player
Fees can be paid in one instalment prior to the first session or with three $100.00 payments.  One Nov.2; Jan.4 ; Mar.1.  Checks should be made payable to SSDSA.

U10 Training Schedule

Wednesday evening from 5:30-6:45pm
Boys and Girls train at the same time (in separate groups).
Nov.2,9,16,23,30;
Dec.7,14;
Jan.4,11,18,25;
Feb. 1,8 (symposium),15,22,29;
March 7,21,28

U10 RTC Day Camp
March 14,15 10am to 2pm
Match dates to be announced

Training Schedule

Boys: Sun 3-4:30pm ; Wed 6:15-7:30pm
Girls: Sun 4:30-6pm ; Wed 7:15-8:30pm
Starting on Sunday, Oct. 30

Important Dates:
Dec.19 Last session for 2011
Jan. 4 – first session of 2012
SSDSA Symposium Feb 3-12
*schedule will be announced

U12 RTC Day Camp
March 12,13 10am to 2pm

U12 RTC Invitational Tournament
In Halifax on March 31 and Apr 1
Match dates to be announced

U11 and U12 RTC
Offered Fall/Winter 2011
U11 AGED PLAYERS BORN IN 2001
U12 AGED PLAYERS BORN IN 2000

Evaluation Sessions – Open to all players
Sunday, October 16th & 23rd
U11&12 Boys        12:00pm – 1:30pm
U11&12 Girls        1:30pm – 3:00pm
All sessions are at HB Studios Sports Centre

U10 RTC
Offered Fall/Winter 2011
U10 AGED PLAYERS BORN IN 2002 & 2003

Evaluation Sessions – Open to all players
Sunday, October 16th & 23rd
U10 Boys        9:30am – 10:45am
U10 Girls        10:45am – 12pm
All sessions are at HB Studios Sports Centre

Evaluation dates are play oriented and open to any player.
There is no tryout fee.  Please bring Information Form to the tryout.

Contact Information

John Charman
Regional Technical Director
Tel: 902-543-5348
Email:  jdcharman@gmail.com

Website Information:
www.sssoccer.ca

FAQs

Q. Who can participate ?
A. Any player who resides in the South Shore Region and is of the correct age may be considered for selection.

Q. How do I find information on schedules and fees ?
A. Information is kept updated online at: www.sssoccer.ca or can be obtained by calling John Charman at 543-5348 / email: jdcharman@gmail.com .

Q. Can my son/daughter play with their club team and the RTC program ?
A. YES … The RTC program is scheduled so that practice and game times do not conflict.

Q. Does RTC programming accommodate athletes who also play another sport ?
A. While the RTC program requires a commitment from the players, the coaches all do their best to accommodate athletes who play a second sport.

SSDSA IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING ACCESS TO OUR PROGRAMS TO ALL CHILDREN.  DISCREET FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS PROGRAM … for information, contact RTC Program Director John Charman.

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